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Billy Dean Armstrong, 58, of Dothan, Alabama, passed away on December 31, 2025. He was born June 9, 1967, in Cleveland, Ohio, and raised in Oak Hill, West Virginia. Billy graduated from Oak Hill High School in 1985 and moved to Dothan in 1990, where he built a respected career in the auto auction industry, working throughout the Southeast, including Dothan, Montgomery, Birmingham, Tallahassee, Atlanta, and Pensacola. He was a World Champion Ringman in 1994 and 1998.

Billy was preceded in death by his grandparents; his parents, Gene and Marlene Armstrong; and his son, Jessie Armstrong.

He is survived by his wife of 39 years, Susan Armstrong; sons TJ (Jamie) Armstrong and Steven (Mandi) Armstrong; grandchildren Addie, Steele, Stevie, and Cooper; brother Tony Armstrong; uncle, Kevin McGlothlen (Debbie); several nieces, nephews, and cousins; and his beloved dog, Josie Wales.

In honor of Billy’s wishes, a memorial celebration will be held at 4:30 PM, January 17, 2026 at Old Town, 1677 W County Road 70, Dothan, AL  36305 for those that would like to attend.